GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Chevy C Cab/Chassis HD (GMT 400) 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Disc Brakes 🢒 Front Disc Brake Hardware Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

    3. Object Number: 156332 Size: SH
  3. Remove the caliper lock mounting bolt (2).
  4. Remove the support key (1) and the spring (3).

    5. Object Number: 156334 Size: SH
  5. Drive out the support key and spring using a brass punch and a hammer.

Installation Procedure
  1. Lubricate the caliper and the anchor plate sliding surfaces with high temperature silicone brake lubricant.

    2. Important: Do not use NEVER SEIZE type products on the caliper V-ways and/or anchor plate guide way surfaces.


    Object Number: 156332 Size: SH
  2. Install the spring (3) and the support key (2).

    3. Object Number: 156336 Size: SH
  3. Drive the support key and spring in place using a brass punch and a hammer.

    4. Object Number: 156332 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the caliper lock mounting bolt (2). The boss on the bolt must fit into the circular cutout in the key (1).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  5. Install the tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of it's travel distance.
  8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  9. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 6-7 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  10. Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.